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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1934
Page
4
The Commonwealth Electoral Act details and signatures are presented in a formal notice. Arthur Thomas Shakespeare and Mort Greet of Canberra are listed in connection with the signatures and related election procedures.
The report lists daily weather figures for Camberm including temperatures around 68 degrees and 30 centimeter rainfall over a 44 hour period, with wind at 230 miles per hour noted. It documents 24 hour precipitation, high and low readings, and mentions a continuing rain pattern through the year’s record.
A map and graph related to an air race from London to Melbourne are prepared for the centenary events. Details on the design and publication are noted, with involvement from Robinson Lid and other nominees and committees.
The piece surveys international moves to shield investors from capably run schemes, noting England's Companies Act overhaul and Stock Exchange safeguards, the U S Securities Act impact, and the lag in Australia. It highlights tighter listing rules, broker controls, and ongoing public concern about bogus or poorly managed ventures.
Public health officials in Queanbeyan urge inoculation amid a diphtheria outbreak pattern. Dr Wallace Twed, chief health officer, highlights high death risk without toxin vaccines and reports strong local vaccination impact, noting low death and recurrence trends when inoculation is pursued. The plan includes government funded toxin injections for children with a three-dose schedule and follow-up cure doses, aiming to reduce the disease burden in the territory.
Mr R B Drummond, representing primary producing interests and resident of Lockhart N S W, is expected to be reappointed by the Commonwealth Government to another term on the Commonwealth Bank Board. He has indicated willingness to continue in office after retirement.
In Pohdon on Wednesday the victims from Philadelphia Wand son and the Archbishop of Dristiane were laid to rest in the local cemetery. The young men were listed among mountain travelers described by explosive guides who accompanied them on the perilous journey.
Tuesday the newly-born daughter of the Prince of Baiy underwent a preliminary ceremony. The infant, named Marie, Melina and Mafalda, was blessed in a royal setting as the King marked the occasion with a formal celebration and the release of prisoners in a show of mercy.
North Australia Geological Survey Director Bir Herbert Gepp states the Southern Crane carried a party of technical officers from Atherton, flew a reconnoiter route past Grannery Hill to various localities, and returned by 7:15 pm while noting weather conditions and geological observations along the route.
Australian election results show preference distributions underway in Victoria and South Australia. Key figures include Barnes, Maloney, Brand, ODay, and Elliott with shifts among Labor Liberal and Communist votes. Final outcomes and further counts anticipated in weeks ahead as seats in Macquarie and other electorates move toward declaration.
Reports from Canberra say Belgium placed an embargo on Australian meat and grain imports, though no official confirmation had been received. The move, tied to Ottawa trade tensions, threatens wheat and barley exports and presses Australia to resolve longstanding negotiations with Britain and Belgium.
The Australian women’s team won all four singles matches against New Zealand to reclaim the Tasman Cup. Mie Hammond defeated Stevens 6 6, while Geintord and MacLeod beat Hay and another opponent. Lancelies and Graham also featured in wins, with Hammond and Kay defeating Geisford. Cardell Oliver leads with 28,923 votes in a separate note on local electoral results.
A partial report notes that Prowse, a UCP member, won by 1188 over rivals including the Labour candidate Davies. The text also references Equiance and a Fore rest seat, with scattered phrases about vote transfers and arrangements.
The Kingsford Smith air race plan faces trouble as the American Dept of Commerce questions airworthiness. Australian officials debate whether a certificate can be issued before the Centenary Air Race with tests ongoing to determine compliance with loading and range requirements.
In Canberra, unemployed residents protest scarce work options and despair over government inaction. The letter cites a small core of demonstrators versus larger state populations, arguing the federal government has not resolved the problem and citizens fear growing tension.
Debates in Canberra discuss unemployment and living costs as protests pressure the government. MPs question welfare interpretation while unions urge action, urging swift measures to address joblessness and rising hardship amid public discontent.
Jumbled report notes more than 100 delegates to a local government conference traveling to Canberra on September 9. Visitors will be hosted by Canberra officials and the Publicity and Security Committee as arrangements are finalized. Leaders including A Lyons and Parliantent figures are referenced amid unclear text.
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